No longer just the second-place CPU maker behind Intel, in recent years AMD has emerged as one of the most innovative technology companies in the world. Thanks to its highly prized Ryzen processors and Radeon graphics cards, the company announced that its 2018 revenue grew $1.2 billion year-over-year, and its profitability was the highest it had been in seven years. CEO Lisa Su has received plenty of praise in the press, and it's not too surprising that the company's financial success has resulted in higher marks from employees and job seekers.

Cynthia Harvey is a freelance writer and editor based in the Detroit area. She has been covering the technology industry for more than fifteen years. View Full Bio

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